Heavy Machinery Mechanic

Silver Creek Materials; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short term disability

Long term disability

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Uniforms

Boot stipend

Gun range access

11-acre family lake

Job summary

Silver Creek Materials, based in Fort Worth, seeks a Heavy Machinery Mechanic to maintain and repair mining equipment including excavators, bulldozers, haul trucks, and loaders. The role requires practical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and offers a stable full-time opportunity with competitive pay.

Typical schedule Tue-Sat 6:00am-4:00pm and pay range $28.00-$35.00 per hour. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and opportunities for hands-on growth within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment mechanics recommended.
• 3–5 years of experience with heavy machinery, ideally in mining, construction, or industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of mining equipment to keep it safe and efficient.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Troubleshoot engines, transmissions, axles, and related systems.
• Conduct inspections to detect potential problems before breakdowns.
• Use diagnostic tools to test engine performance and hydraulics.
• Keep detailed maintenance records and time spent per job.
• Follow safety regulations and work with operators to minimize downtime.
• Train or mentor junior mechanics on techniques and safety.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Mining equipment

Electrical & hydraulic systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in heavy equipment mechanics

Job description

At Silver Creek Materials, we don't just move materials - we move industries forward. Located on the west side of Fort Worth, we are one of the largest sand, aggregate, mulching, composting, and recycling facilities in DFW. We're a team of hard workers who face each day head-on, celebrate wins together, and believe in doing things the right way. Whether you're operating equipment, selling materials, or supporting the team, you'll help build something bigger. If you're driven by grit, growth, and purpose, this is where your story begins. Check out our website here and our YouTube channel here!

Job Title: Heavy Machinery Mechanic

Location: 2251 Silver Creek Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76108

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Type : Full time

Typical Work Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 6:00am-4:00pm

Pay: $28.00 -$35.00

About the role:

A Heavy Machinery Mechanic for a mining company is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting a variety of large machinery used in mining operations. This includes equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, haul trucks, and loaders. Given the fast-paced environment of mining sites, the role requires a deep understanding of mechanical systems, electrical systems, and hydraulic systems. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding career with unlimited possibilities for growth.

What you'll do:

• Maintenance and Repair :
• Perform regular maintenance and repairs on mining equipment, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair engines, transmissions, axles, and related mechanical systems.
• Inspection and Diagnostics :
• Conduct inspections to assess the condition of machinery and identify potential problems before they cause breakdowns.
• Use diagnostic tools and equipment to test systems and identify issues with engine performance, electrical systems, and hydraulics.
• Documentation :
• Keep detailed records of maintenance and repairs, including parts used and time spent on each job.
• Follow safety regulations and company policies while working on machinery.
• Work closely with other team members, such as operators and supervisors, to ensure that equipment is serviced efficiently and that operational downtime is minimized.
• Train or mentor junior mechanics on proper techniques and safety practices.
• Safety Compliance :
• Ensure all repair work complies with the company's safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Adhere to safe work practices when working with heavy machinery, chemicals, and fuel.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in heavy equipment mechanics or a related field is recommended.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working with heavy machinery, ideally in a mining, construction, or industrial setting is preferred.

Silver Creek Materials is family owned and operated and offers about-average industry pay. Eligible employees can elect medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, ambulatory insurance, voluntary critical illness, voluntary accident, and voluntary hospitalization insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Employees also enjoy paid company observed holidays and generous paid time off. Field employees can elect uniforms and will also receive a boot stipend starting on their first anniversary. Additionally, employees can enjoy the use of company facilities, such as a gun range and 11-acre family lake.